19th C. European Majolica Mug W/ Christ - Mar 02, 2017 | Artemis Gallery In Co
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19th C. European Majolica Mug w/ Christ

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19th C. European Majolica Mug w/ Christ
19th C. European Majolica Mug w/ Christ
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Description
Europe, probably Italy or Spain, ca. 19th century CE. A large Majolica pottery drinking vessel handpainted with a crucified Christ, the crucifix inscribed with INRI stemming from the Latin phrase "Iesus Nazarenus Rex ludaeorum" meaning "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews" - the notice Pontius Pilate nailed over Jesus as he died on the cross. The scene is set amid a landscape of flowering vines and isolated blooms - all in shaded of wine red, brown, blue, green, and yellow on a white ground. Size: 5.875" W to handle x 6.25" H (14.9 cm x 15.9 cm)

Provenance: Ex-private East Coast USA collection

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#119164
Condition
Perforated holes on top of handle presumably for suspension. Stable fissures, possibly repaired. Surface wear with losses as shown.
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19th C. European Majolica Mug w/ Christ

Estimate $350 - $450
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Starting Price $150
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